This wonderful time of the year – November and December – seems to be made for roasts; roast chicken, roast turkey’s, prime ribs, etc… There is something truly festive and celebratory about a roast and what better accompanies a roast then some delicious stuffing. I have to admit I’ve never been a big fan of …Read More

A hearty mushroom dish perfect for cold winter nights! The mushrooms are braised in a rich and flavorful sauce of beef stock, smoky bacon and a kiss of garlic. This is a very elegant side dish but it’s easy enough to be thrown together on a regular weeknight – it’s the best of both worlds. …Read More

Picadillo Andalucia Grass-fed Ground Beef cooked in a full flavored and complex sauce of peppers tomatoes and onions that instantly transports you to the ancient sun-drenched lands of the south of Spain – the crossroads between Europe and Africa. And of course like all Picadillos this a perfect “leftover dish” that re-heats quick and easily …Read More

Pollo a la Vasco The classic Basque style braised chicken dish is served with an amazing and flavorful sauce of tomatoes, peppers, onions and garlic. In Spain this dish is called Pollo a la Vasco and in France it is Poulet Basquaise but in either case it means a delicious meal that’s healthy at the same …Read More

So delicious and simple! This is a perfect weekday recipe where you can just fix it and forget it but at the same time the taste is so amazing and presentation can be dressed up so that it would be a perfect option for guests or company. I used some fresh organic green beans grown …Read More

Delicious and hearty Basque Fisherman’s stew with tomatoes, peppers, onions and potatoes flavored with smoky Spanish Paprika. Since ancient times fisherman along the coasts of northern Spain and southwest France have been heading out into the Bay of Biscay for tuna one of the most traditional preparations has been this braised stew of tomatoes, onions, …Read More

Picadillo A La Vasco Super easy healthy and delicious weekday main I make at least a couple times a month and the leftovers last through the week and can be heated up in minutes. A dish called “a la Vasco” or “in the Basque Style” would typically be served in a delicious sauce of peppers, …Read More

Calabacitas Espanoles This is an old recipe that came to me from my abuelita (grandmother) and it was a staple at countless family functions. It’s a wonderful and delicious Summer dish packed full of flavor and deliciousness while at the same time being super healthy.

Zucchini, tomatoes, onions and bacon all layered together and baked for the perfect Summer vegetable dish! So much flavor, so much yummy goodness… something this delicious has to be bad for you, right? Not in this case! This recipe for Gratin Provençal is jam packed with tons of vegetables and healthy nutrients add in a …Read More

Arroz al Horno Buttery rice baked with delicious & smoky uncured bacon makes this an amazing accompaniment to go along with chicken, beef or pork. This is a favorite dish in my family with the leftovers being reheated quickly and easily for the perfect weekday side dish. The buttery and rich flavors of the numerous …Read More

Flavor packed super healthy vegetable side dish that is filled with the flavors of the South of France! I love gratin dishes (baked layered vegetable dishes) and during the cooler months of Fall, Winter and even early Spring the typical gratins I make have a rich and delicious cheese/cream sauce. But during the hot months …Read More

This is a super delicious and healthy dish that could be a side for a large formal meal like Easter/Thanksgiving/Christmas, etc… But I normally serve this as a quick & easy main dish during the week or when I’m in the mood for something lighter like during Lent. The dish itself could be considered a …Read More

This is my take on a classic Mardi Gras and Creole recipe. The dish literally means smothered shrimp and it’s basically a quick shrimp braise in a spicy tomato sauce – And It Is Delicious! The recipe is very famous because of New Orleans but the roots of the dish can be traced back …Read More

Bacon Infused Roasted Chicken on a bed of Potatoes and Onions. This dish creates a richly and complex flavored roast chicken and vegetables that are perfect for a cold Fall or Winter night yet is easy enough for a weekday dinner. I normally prep everything the night before and have it ready in the refrigerator …Read More